CASEL CARES is an initiative that connects our community with experts to address how SEL can be most helpful in response to today’s circumstances. This webinar explores how to create self-affirming, culturally responsive learning environments with equity at their core, especially during these challenging times.
Key Takeaways:
• BELE Network desired outcomes: Intellectual curiosity and strong academic skills; sense of agency and optimism; self-love, self-acceptance, pride; understanding of one's own and others’ cultural histories and contributions; empathy
• Recommended student experiences: Affirming cultural identity, meaningful work, classroom belonging, student voice, feedback for growth, teacher caring
• Featuring cases from Chicago and DeSoto schools, plus extensive resources
Co-hosted with the BELE Network, featuring: Dr. Camille Farrington (Director, Equitable Learning & Development Group), Dr. Dave Paunesku (Executive Director and Co-Founder, PERTS), Dr. Maurice Swinney (Cheif Equity Officer, Chicago Public Schools), D’Andre Weaver (Superintendent, DeSoto Independent School)
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